Hulu is a popular streaming service to enjoy your favorite media content without a cable or satellite TV subscription. You can install and access Hulu on almost every device, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. Apart from on-demand content, Hulu also streams live TV channels with Hulu + Live TV plan. Despite having so many advantages, Hulu is only accessible in the US, and users outside the country can’t access this service. There are several streaming services available to stream all kinds of media content. If you’re a non-US resident or don’t want to use Hulu anymore, here are the alternatives that you can try in 2020.
- YouTube TV
- Netflix
- Amazon Prime Video
- Sony Crackle
- fuboTV
- CBS All Access
- Pluto TV
- Sling TV
- AT&T TV Now
- Vudu
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YouTube TV
Website: tv.youtube.com
Price: $64.99/month
YouTube TV is one of the best alternatives to replace Hulu if you have used the service to watch live TV channels. It streams 70+ channels from major broadcasting networks. It is one of the few services which has unlimited storage for cloud DVR. You can record all your favorite programs without any limits and stream it whenever you want. The recording will be available for 9 months. By purchasing a single subscription, you can stream the contents on 6 different devices simultaneously. In terms of compatibility, it supports all major platforms, including Android, iOS, Chromecast, Fire TV Stick, Roku, Xbox Consoles, Android TV, PlayStation 4, and more.
Netflix
Website: netflix.com
Price: Basic ($8.99/month), Standard ($12.99/month), and Premium ($15.99/month)
If YouTube TV is ideal for Live TV content, Netflix is ideal for streaming on-demand content. You can watch all kinds of TV shows, series, documentaries, movies, originals, and more. It is completely a subscription-based service, and a free trial will be offered for new users. There is always something new to discover, and the streaming catalog will be updated regularly with the latest titles. It supports streaming videos up to UHD resolution. The media library will vary with the country you’re residing in.
Note: If you want, you can cancel Netflix at any time.
Amazon Prime Video
Website: primevideo.com
Price: $119/year
Amazon Prime Video is another Hulu alternative to watch on-demand content, including originals. It also streams few live TV content in selected countries. Like Netflix and YouTube, Amazon Prime Video also supports all kinds of platforms. By subscribing to Amazon Prime membership, you can enjoy a vast library of VOD content. The contents in the library will vary depending on your location. Users can download their favorite titles to stream in offline mode. If you’re a new user, you’re eligible to get 30 days of the free trial period.
Sony Crackle
Website: crackle.com
Price: Free
Sony Crackle is one of the free Hulu alternatives to watch all your favorite content. Even though the library is not big enough, you will get access to most of the popular content. As it was a free service, you will get advertisements while streaming. All the contents can be streamed without going through the sign-in process. The advanced search feature lets you get the desired titles quickly and easily. The only drawback with it lacks download support.
fuboTV
Website: fubo.tv
Price: $54.99/month
fuboTV is another best Hulu alternative to watch Live TV content. You can also purchase this streaming service if you’re a sports lover. It provides access to popular sporting events like NFL, NASCAR, NHL, MLB, and many more. fuboTV streams 100+ live TV channels from popular networks like CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, ESPN, and more. Apart from Live TV content, it also has 1000+ on-demand titles. Interestingly, the service offers 30 hours of Cloud DVR storage to record your favorite programs.
Pluto TV
Website: pluto.tv
Price: Free
Like Sony Crackle, Pluto TV is another free Hulu alternative for movies, TV shows, breaking news, and Live TV. It provides a vast library of streaming content to watch. On-demand contents are notably from TLC, Discovery Channel, and a few more. You will also get access to stream the iconic 24/7 NFL Network Channel. The best part about Pluto TV is that you don’t need to go through any subscription or sign up process. All you need to do is download the app and start streaming the content. But, you will get regular ads between the programs.
Sling TV
Website: sling.com
Price: Orange ($30/month), Blue ($30/month), Orange + Blue ($45/month)
If you have thought Hulu + Live TV is very expensive to buy? Then, Sling TV is the ideal and cheaper alternative to watch all your favorite Live TV channels. Depending on the subscription plan, the number of channels and lineups will vary. By purchasing the combined package, you will get access to all the channels. It also offers 10 hours of Cloud DVR storage for recordings. You can extend it by paying an extra fee.
AT&T TV
Website: att.com/tv
Price: Entertainment ($59.99/month), Choice ($64.99/month), Xtra ($74.99/month)
AT&T TV (formerly called as DirecTV) is slightly an expensive alternative for Hulu. The major channels offered by AT&T TV are ABC, ESPN, NBC, FOX, HBO, CBS, and many more. Moreover, it also has an on-demand library filled with 4000+ titles. The service is supported by leading platforms including Android, iOS, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Firestick, Google Chromecast, Xbox One, smart TV (selected models), and web version. You can get 20 hours of Cloud DVR storage, and the recordings will expire after 30 days.
Vudu
Website: vudu.com
Price: Depending on the title, the price will vary
Vudu is our final streaming service to replace to Hulu. Unlike other streaming services, Vudu doesn’t require any subscription. You just need to pay for the title that you want to rent or buy. At the same time, it also has few free titles which can be streamed with limited ads. If you have bought a movie, you can stream it at any time. However, if you have rent a movie, the title will be expired after 30 days. You can watch your titles in HDR or 4K streaming along with Dolby audio support.
Final Words
These are the best and reliable Hulu alternatives that you can access for live and on-demand streaming. Another advantage of all these services is that they come with built-in Chromecast support. If you have a non-smart TV home on your home, you can cast them easily on your TV with the help of a Chromecast device.
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